putting tape in zip lock bags

audioguy1958

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Does anyone here with a reel to reel tape collection recommend putting the tapes in zip lock bags? Will they last longer in good condition?
 

Bruce B

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For new tape ? Like anything...it depends on the environment(cool/dry being best). I asked our resident expert here (Bruce) and he said not to bother.

+1....

Temp around 68 - 75, Humidity around 50%... Do not seal and keep vertical
 

Curt Palme

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FWIW, I recently bought two new old stock boxes of Scotch brand tape, I think 207. All was SSS, and every one was sealed not only in cellophane, but each tape was in a sealed cellophane baggie to boot. The water vapor gets right through, and gets to the tape regardless. I did find that by baking the tape for 24 hours, still in the baggie solved the SSS issue as well though.
 

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